Congratulations to Morris Kaardal of Prince Rupert for being recognized at the 2018 recepient of the Peter Bernard Volunteer Award. Mr. Kaardal's tireless efforts helping seafarers in Prince Rupert are worthy of this honour.

The ISSC Board of Directors established the “Peter G. Bernard Volunteer Recognition Award" in 2015 to recognize Peter's (pictured above) contribution to the Society as a member of the ISSC Board from 1977 to 2014 (37 years). This annual award seeks to recognize others that generously contribute their time to support the welfare of seafarers. We are seeking nominations of volunteers who have shown an exemplary commitment to improving the welfare of seafarers in a Canadian port. Deadline for the next nomination is May 10, 2019.

To send in your vote for volunteer of the year, complete our ISSC Nomination Form. If you have any questions, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The 2018 Bursary application process has been closed and those winners will be announced shortly. We are now accepting applications for the ISSC Maritime Bursary 2019 created in honour of long serving director and corporate secretary Sue Hanby. The bursary is open to students who are enrolled in marine related studies with a recognized educational institution, however, please note that preference will be given to students that are preparing for a sea-going career.

To apply for an ISSC Maritime Bursary, complete the Bursary Application Form and return it to our offices by mail to our offices or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
. To qualify for the 2019 Bursary, applications must be received by the ISSC secretariat no later than July 26th, 2019.

We are now accepting applications for the ISSC Maritime Bursary created in honour of long serving director and corporate secretary Sue Hanby. Two bursaries of $1000 each are available for this year. The bursary is open to students who are enrolled in marine related studies with a recognized educational institution, however, please note that preference will be given to students that are preparing for a sea-going career.

To apply for an ISSC Maritime Bursary, complete the Bursary Application Form and return it to our offices by mail to our offices or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
. To qualify for the 2018 Bursary, applications must be received by the ISSC secretariat no later than July 27th, 2018.

Our first ever Peak Challenge up the Grouse Grind® had 17 teams of three participate and the competition was friendly although participants competing to be the fastest team and/or fastest individual. The trophy winners for the 2017 Peak Challenge were: